Learning About Labels

12. Directions for use

Directions for use section of the pesticide label begins with the statement, "It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling."

Correct application of a pesticide product is accomplished by following the use instructions found on the label. Use instructions include many different aspects of pesticide use. Following are some of the more common directions found in this section.

  • Pests which the manufacturer knows the product controls;
  • Crop, animal, or site which the product is approved for use;
  • When, where, how, and in what form the product may be applied;
  • Proper application equipment to use;
  • Correct dosage;
  • Mixing directions;
  • Compatibility with other often used products;
  • Minimum time between the application and entry into the treated area for unprotected persons; and
  • Possible plant injury problems.

Labels for pesticides used on food plants often list the days-to-harvest or preharvest interval (PHI), which is the minimum number of days between the last pesticide application and crop harvest. The pesticide is degraded during PHI so that pesticide residues, if present, will be at safe levels below tolerances established by EPA.

 

 DANGER
Keep out of reach of children

 

STATEMENT OF PRACTICAL TREATMENT--If in eyes: Flush with plenty of water. Call a physician. If on skin: Wash with plenty of soap & water. Get medical attention if irritation persists. If swallowed: Drink large quantity of milk, egg whites, gelatin solutions, or large quantities of water. Avoid alcohol. If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration, preferably by mouth. Get medical attention. Note To Physician: Carbaryl is a modest cholinesterase inhibitor. Atropine is antidotal Emergency medical information,
1-800-732-2200.

PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS--
HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND DOMESTIC ANIMALS--DANGER-- Causes irreversible eye damage. Harmful if swallowed. May cause allergic skin reactions. Do not get in eyes. Wear goggles or face shield when handling. Avoid contact with skin and clothing. Wear chemical resistant gloves. Also wear long pants and long-sleeved shirt and apply with the wind to your back. Wash nondisposable gloves thoroughly with soap and water before removing. Clothing worn while handling this product must be laundered separately from other clothing before reusing.

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS--This pesticide is toxic to fish, aquatic invertebrates, and aquatic life stages of amphibians. Do not apply directly into water. Drift and runoff may be hazardous to aquatic organisms in areas near the application site. Do not clean equipment or dispose of equipment wash waters in a manner that will contaminate water resources. This product is highly toxic to bees exposed to direct treatment on blooming crops or weeds. Do not apply this product or allow it to drift to blooming crops or weeds if bees are visiting the treatment area.

PHYSICAL OR CHEMICAL HAZARDS: Do not use or store near heat or open flame. Do not store below 32º F.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE
It is a violation of Federal law to use this product in a manner inconsistent with its labeling.

Pest-B-Gone Insecticide and Fungicide is a complete concentrate containing fungicide, aphicide, miticide, scalicide, and spreader-sticker. Easy to use, mixes with water instantly, no plugging nozzles, no messy powders to handle, measure or mix, no pre-mixing or straining necessary. Designed especially for home gardens to protect roses, evergreens and flowers from the ravages of listed insects and diseases.

SHAKE PRODUCT THOROUGHLY BEFORE USING. Contains micronic particles which settle upon standing and require reblending by agitation. Choose a cool, calm period, preferably early morning or evening. Shake sprayer occasionally or agitate to keep spray particles in suspension during application.

 

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